Formal Discussions. A. The Union shall be given the opportunity to be represented at any formal discussion, between one or more representatives of the Agency and one or more employees in the unit of their representation concerning any grievance or any personnel policy or practices or other general conditions of employment in accordance with the limits articulated below.
B. Union Participation in Formal Discussions Pertaining to Settlements:
Formal Discussions. The Employer or the aggrieved may request that a written grievance be discussed at any of Levels 1 to 2 inclusive of the Grievance Procedure. The aggrieved's request for discussion shall not be unreasonably denied. Any denial of a written request for discussion shall be in writing, and shall include the reason for denial. This discussion shall be recognized as the Employee's opportunity to clarify the circumstances surrounding their grievance. A Union Xxxxxxx or Union Representative shall be allowed to be present at any of these discussions, if desired by the aggrieved, in order to assist the aggrieved at this stage.
Formal Discussions. The Union will be given reasonable notice, the opportunity to attend, and the opportunity to participate in formal discussions. Notification of formal discussions shall be sent to the Local Lodge President or PPOC, if designated. A formal discussion is any meeting between one or more representatives of the Forest Service and one or more Bargaining Unit employees concerning any grievance, personnel policy or practice, or other general condition of employment.
Formal Discussions. The Local Union President or designee will be given rea- sonable notice, the opportunity to attend, and the opportunity to participate in formal discussions. A formal discussion is any meeting between one or more representatives of the Forest Service and one or more Bargaining Unit employees concerning any grievance, personnel policy or practice, or other general condition of employment.
Formal Discussions. The NCFLL shall be given the opportunity on official time to be represented at any formal discussion, as prescribed in Article 1, Section 1D.
Formal Discussions. The union shall be given the opportunity to be represented at formal discussions between the Employer and employees concerning grievances, changes in personnel policies and practices, or other matters that affect working conditions of employees in the unit. The Union President or designee will be notified via electronic mail at the earliest practicable date in advance of any formal meetings; but no less than three (3) workdays in advance of the meeting(s). NTEU recognizes that circumstances may arise with regard to health, safety, facility, or security concerns that require immediate action. In those circumstances, the Employer will provide the NTEU with notice of a formal meeting as soon as possible. If NTEU is unable to provide representation at the meeting due to time constraints, the Employer will give reasonable consideration in, providing up to two (2) additional days to ensure representation. The union representative will introduce him/herself to the organizer of the meeting, stating his/her role for attending the meeting is to represent the interests of the bargaining unit. The Union representative may participate in such discussions in an orderly fashion, may ask questions, and may outline the Union's position concerning the issue(s) discussed. The Union representative may also inform employees that if any of them wish to discuss or consult with the Union on the meeting topics further or in private, the employee may come to the Union office or another area to meet. If an employee(s) wishes to discuss or consult with the Union regarding any matters discussed at the meeting, he/she may do so in accordance with the procedures contained in Article 3, Section 9.
Formal Discussions. A. Consistent with 5 USC 7114(a)(2)(A), the Agency shall give the Union, as the exclusive representative of bargaining unit employees, an opportunity to be represented at any “formal discussion” between one or more representatives of the Agency and one or more employees in the bargaining unit or their representatives concerning any grievance or any personnel policy or practices or other general conditions of employment.
B. The Agency shall give the Union such opportunity to be present by delivering to its President or designee written reasonable advance notice of the “formal discussion”. At a minimum, the notice shall identify the expected: (a) date and time of the meeting;
Formal Discussions. The Union shall be provided an opportunity to be present at any formal discussions between Management and any bargaining unit employee(s) concerning any grievance, personnel policy or practices or other general condition of employment.
Formal Discussions. XXXXXXXXXX: Time involved in attending formal discussions and investigative examinations with employees.
Formal Discussions. 2.1.1 Under 5 U.S.C. 7114(a)(2)(A), the Union must be given the opportunity to be represented at any formal discussion between one or more employees it represents and one or more representatives of the Agency concerning any grievance, any personnel policy or practice or changes in working conditions. This right to be represented does not extend to informal discussions between an employee and a supervisor.
2.1.2 The representative designated by the Union will be given advance notice of any formal discussion to be held. If that representative cannot be contacted, the Agency will contact the Union President to provide an alternative representative. This advance notice will be given unless management has been prevented from doing so due to an emergency.
2.1.3 The Agency representative will permit the Union representative to introduce themselves, ask relevant questions, and to present a brief statement before the end of the meeting outlining the Union’s position concerning the issues presented by management.
